research Farmácia Serpa Pinto, Porto e Serviços Farmacêuticos do Instituto Português Oncologia do Porto Francisco Gentil, EPE, Porto
Dutasteride is more effective than finasteride for hair growth, and pregabalin effectively treats neuropathic pain.
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research P.3.a.011 Dietary intake in subjects with early psychosis: is there a relationship with clinical subtype or antipsychotic treatment?
People with early psychosis eat more calories, saturated fat, and sugar, and the drug olanzapine may lead to eating even more calories.
research Complex Regional Pain Syndrome Type I : measurements and treatment
CRPS I is complex, linked to immune and nerve issues, and needs comprehensive treatment.
research The Role of the Slc39a Family of Zinc Transporters in Zinc Homeostasis in Skin
Certain zinc transporters are essential for healthy skin and managing zinc in the body could help treat skin problems.
research Bipolar Disorders and Valproate: Pharmacokinetics,Pharmacodynamics, Therapeutic Effects and Indications of Valproate: Review of Articles
Valproate is a mood stabilizer for bipolar disorder but has side effects and risks, especially during pregnancy.
research Steroid 5α-Reductase as a Novel Therapeutic Target for Schizophrenia and Other Neuropsychiatric Disorders
S5αR inhibitors might help treat schizophrenia and other mental disorders but need more research.
research The Possibilities of Using Chromium Salts as an Agent Supporting Treatment of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
Chromium salts may help with insulin sensitivity in PCOS, but more research is needed to confirm their overall effectiveness and safety.
research Fetal Alcohol Syndrome: Current Status of Pathogenesis
The document concludes that the exact way alcohol causes harm to fetal development is unknown, but it significantly affects nutrient transport to the fetus and a safe level of alcohol during pregnancy is not determined.
research Lignans and Neolignans: Plant secondary metabolites as a reservoir of biologically active substances
Lignans and neolignans from plants may help protect against various health issues, including cancer and heart disease.
research Drug Repurposing - Hypothesis, Molecular Aspects and Therapeutic Applications
Drug repurposing is a cost-effective way to find new uses for existing drugs, speeding up treatment development.
research Insights into the role of the Wnt signaling pathway in the regeneration of animal model systems
The Wnt signaling pathway is crucial for regeneration and could help advance human medicine.
research The concealed side of caspases: beyond a killer of cells
Caspases do more than kill cells; they also help in cell growth and disease, and targeting them could lead to new treatments.
research Protective cardiovascular and renal actions of vitamin D and estrogen
Vitamin D and estrogen may help protect heart and kidney health, and maintaining sufficient vitamin D levels could be especially beneficial for African Americans, postmenopausal women, and people with chronic kidney disease.
research Compilation of a comprehensive gene panel for systematic assessment of genes that govern an individual’s drug responses
Researchers found that most genes affecting drug responses are not fully covered by commercial SNP chips, suggesting the need for more comprehensive tools to optimize drug selection based on genetics.
research Development of growth factor-incorporating liposomes for integration into scaffolds as a method to improve tissue regeneration
Liposomal carriers can improve tissue regeneration by stabilizing and retaining growth factors.
research A machine learning and network framework to discover new indications for small molecules
A machine learning model called CATNIP can predict new uses for existing drugs, like using antidepressants for Parkinson's disease and a thyroid cancer drug for diabetes.
research Deoxycorticosterone’s anticonvulsant effects in infant rats are blocked by finasteride, but not by indomethacin
Finasteride blocks deoxycorticosterone's anticonvulsant effects in infant rats, but indomethacin doesn't.
research Differential impact of environmental factors on systemic and localized autoimmunity
Environmental factors like diet and vitamin levels, especially Vitamin D, can affect autoimmune diseases differently, with lifestyle changes potentially improving outcomes.
research Function of KLF4 in Stem Cell Biology
KLF4 is important for maintaining stem cells and has potential in cancer treatment and wound healing.
research Evaluation of the Effect of Plant Mixture Ethanol Extracts Containing Biota orientalis L. Extract on Suppression of Sebum in Cultured Sebocytes and on Stimulation of Growth of Keratinocytes Co-cultured with Hair Papilla Cells
The extract reduced sebum production and promoted hair growth.
research Ca 2+ -mediated protein citrullination regulates proliferation in the regenerating and malignant CNS
Ca²⁺-mediated protein citrullination controls cell growth in the CNS and may help treat brain tumors.
research Does Propecia Cause More Harms than Good: Assessing Reproductive and Non-Reproductive Effects of Finasteride on Male Health
Finasteride treats hair loss but may cause low libido, erectile issues, and depression.
research Pharmacokinetics and Bioconversion of Dehydroepiandrosterone after Application of Dexamethasone in Women with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
Women with PCOS have higher 5alpha-reductase activity, affecting steroid levels.
research Pharmakokinetik und Biokonversion von Dehydroepiandrosteron nach Dexamethason-Vorbehandlung bei Frauen mit dem Syndrom der polyzystischen Ovarien
Women with PCOS have higher 5alpha-reductase activity, affecting steroid levels.
research An Overview of Herbal Ingredients with Anti-dandruff Activity in Shampoo Formulations
Some herbal ingredients like linalool and tea tree oil have anti-dandruff properties and are safe for use in shampoos.
research Polyphenols rich Hibiscus rosa sinensis Linn. petals modulate diabetic stress signalling pathways in streptozotocin-induced experimental diabetic rats
Hibiscus petals improved blood sugar and stress responses in diabetic rats.
research Alteration of neonatal Allopregnanolone levels affects exploration, anxiety, aversive learning and adult behavioural response to intrahippocampal neurosteroids
Changing Allopregnanolone levels in newborns affects adult behavior and anxiety.
research Enhanced Sensitivity to Ethanol-Induced Inhibition of LTP in CA1 Pyramidal Neurons of Socially Isolated C57BL/6J Mice: Role of Neurosteroids
Social isolation makes mice more sensitive to alcohol's effects on brain function.
research Neurosteroids Involved in Regulating Inhibition in the Inferior Colliculus
Neurosteroids help balance brain signals when certain inhibitions are reduced.
research Neo-synthesis of estrogenic or androgenic neurosteroids determine whether long-term potentiation or depression is induced in hippocampus of male rat
DHT is needed for long-term depression, while E2 is needed for full long-term potentiation in male rat brains.